SSCOR 2109 Instructions for use

S-SCORT 9
Model 2109
Clearing The Airway Is Our #1 Priority
Operating Instructions
& Maintenance Manual
Tel 1+818-504-4054
Tel 1+800-434-5211
, INC.
11064 Randall Street
Sun Valley, CA 91352 USA
www.sscor.com
Email: mark[email protected]
[email protected]om

1. SSCOR sucon units are not designed or intended for use in extended procedures that require prolonged
high vacuum/low airow applicaons, as is the case in wound drainage or endoscopic use or in any other
procedure that produces high vacuum levels within an occluded system for an extended period of me.
Turn the sucon unit o when it is not in use.
2. Federal law restricts this device to sale, distribuon, and use by, or on the order of a physician, emergency
medical technician, or other medical praconer. For use by medical personnel trained in suconing
techniques and in the use of medical sucon equipment.
3. This manual is restricted to the discussion of the use and maintenance of this device. It does not aempt
to discuss professional techniques in suconing procedures.
4. Operator should be thoroughly familiar with these operang instrucons before this device is used.
5. Do not use in the presence of ammable agents or anesthecs.
6. The S-SCORT 9 produces a powerful vacuum. Do not use the S-SCORT 9 to sucon neonates.
7. Before tesng for vacuum over -300mmHg look for an expiraon date on the canister (where applicable)
and change the canister if the canister has passed the expiraon date to minimize the possibility of
implosion, which can occur when a canister is aged or damaged.
8. The sucon pump must be reconnected to the charging source aer each use and remain on charge unl
needed. Disconnect only for portable use. Check the condion of the baery frequently , see the baery
test on page 6. SSCOR’s AC-DC charger only charges the baery, it will not power the sucon device. The
sucon device will run on vehicle power when the unit is connected directly to the vehicle baery via the
DC power cord.
NOTE: DO NOT ATTEMPT TO CHANGE THE ELECTRICAL SYSTEM.
THIS UNIT OPERATES ON 12-14V DC ONLY
Revision L (10/15)
S-SCORT 9 - Model 2109
Rev L (10/15)
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Caution-Notice

The S-SCORT® 9 is a portable, 12V DC baery operated sucon pump to be used by professional
personnel trained in Emergency Care techniques for opening the airway by removing bodily uids
and parculate maer.
The Model 2109 is powered by sealed lead acid baeries, capable of driving the unit for 30 - 45 minutes.
The baeries are recharged by direct connecon to the vehicle, or by a 115V AC to 13.8V DC xed voltage
charger (included with the unit). A sealed lead acid baery is a very stable and reliable baery. Many
factors can aect the life of a baery:
• Leaving a unit switched on aer there is no longer enough power to run the pump can cause a baery to
deep discharge. This can reduce the life of, or destroy the baery.
Failing to charge a baery for an extended period of me will also cause the baery to go into deep
discharge.
• Low temperatures may reduce the available capacity.
High temperatures may cause deformaon of the baery case and damage the baery.
Sealed lead acid baeries can easily be maintained to permit proper operaon of the equipment. To
protect the baery, aer each procedure turn the unit o, put the unit on charge and always store the
pump at room temperature. The only way to assure the baery has funconal capacity, even if it is
indicated the baery is fully charged, is to perform the baery check suggested on page 6 of this
operaons manual.
The S-SCORT 9 is designed to provide instant, eecve suconing, independent of external
sources of power and can be pre-set to be acvated immediately upon reaching the distressed
paent, with no set up me required during the rst few crical minutes of the code. Sucon power
is controllable for those instances when full power would be considered harmful to the paent. All
controls are clearly labeled and easily accessible.
The S-SCORT 9 is equipped with a disposable collecon canister which features a bacterial lter to
screen airborne parculates and a mechanical shut-o valve to prevent uid overow.
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Table of Contents
General Description
Cauon-Noce Page 2
General Descripon Page 3
Important Features Pages 4-5
Operang Instrucons Pages 6-7
Troubleshoong Page 8
Warranty Page 9
Maintenance Pages 9-10
General Specicaons Page 11
S-SCORT 9 - Model 2109
Rev L (10/15)

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Important Features
S-SCORT 9 - Model 2109
Rev L (10/15)

Key # Component Funcon
1Vacuum Port Connects canister to vacuum line
2Paent Port Connects canister to vacuum line
3Disposable Canister 1200cc/ml, SSCOR part #48041
4Bulkhead Fing Vacuum Tube Connecon
5N/A N/A
6Control Panel Service Screws To Remove Panel from Chassis
7Charging Receptacle 12V DC, Connects Charging Source to Baery
8On/O Switch Turns unit on or o
9Charging Indicator LED Conrms Connecon to the Charging Source
10 Regulator Control Adjusts negave pressure
11 Roto-molded Chassis
12 Deck Straps Holds Shoulder Strap
13 Tubing Strap Holds Paent Tubing in place
14 Paent Connecng Tubing 9/32” ID, SSCOR part #43200
15 Vented Sucon Tip HI-D® “Big Sck”® Large Bore
Sucon Tip SSCOR part #44241
16 Baery Connecon Quick Disconnect
17 Pump Provides Vacuum Source
18 Baery Supplies Electrical Power to Pump
19 Baery Holder Holds Baery in Place
20 Batery Ties / Velcro Straps Secures Baery
21 Baery Charger Charges Baery aer each use
22 12V DC Electrical Plug Connects Charging Source to Sucon device
23 DC Power Cord Connects Sucon Unit to Vehicle
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Important Features
S-SCORT 9 - Model 2109
Rev L (10/15)

For opmal performance the sucon device is to remain plugged in whenever the device is not in use. If for
any reason poor baery quality is suspected, a baery test should be conducted.
Baery Test
Run the following test whenever poor baery quality is suspected to ensure proper performance of the
device.
1. Conrm the power cord is supplying power to the device. Check the power indicator light on the control
panel.
2. Remove the power cord and run the unit from its internal DC baery.
3. Check for vacuum by occluding the paent tube and set the vacuum regulator to the maximum vacuum
seng. Un-occlude the paent tubing.
4. Allow the unit to run for 15 minutes on DC power. If the unit stops or slows during the 15
minutes, it is possible the baery capacity has been depleted. It is me to replace the baery.
5. If the unit is sll running at full power aer 15 minutes, adjust the regulator to the desired seng, turn
the device o and put it back on charge.
6. Reconnect the unit to the charging source as soon as possible aer each use
SSCOR recommends replacing the baery aer 3 years.
BATTERY CHARGING SUGGESTIONS
It is important to keep the baery connected to the charging source at all mes when the unit is not in use.
In order for the S-SCORT® 9 baery to operate at its maximum eciency, it must be charged from a power
source that will bring the voltage level of the baery up to the 13V DC operang range. This S-SCORT 9
model is equipped to charge the baery two ways, with a 115V AC xed voltage baery charger (21) or a DC
power cord for direct connecon to the vehicle (23).
An acve vehicle, running calls around the clock, will do well to charge the S-SCORT 9 from the vehicle’s DC
charging system. The preferred method of charging the S-SCORT 9 is to wire the DC power cord to the
vehicle DC power system on a properly fused line in front of the master switch. This charging method is
designed to keep the baery charging at all mes. If the sucon unit is operated while it is hooked up to the
vehicle it will ulize the vehicle power and save its own baery for emergency use. All SSCOR, Inc. sucon
units have a diode to prevent drawdown from the pump to the vehicle electrical system and a fuse to protect
the pump from vehicle electrical surges. If your sucon unit is wired to the vehicle baery via an automac
load switch power supply, be sure to use a lter in order to eliminate any voltage spikes.
A vehicle running infrequent calls does not charge itself oen enough to keep baeries in the 13V DC
operang range and should rely on the S-SCORT 9 115V AC baery charger when the vehicle is connected to
the shore line. In this instance the DC power cord should be used as a backup source of power to run the
S-SCORT 9 from the vehicle during paent transport. To ulize the 115V AC baery charger, the sucon
pump must be removed from the vehicle and charged from a 115V AC outlet or the charger must be plugged
into a “shore-line” outlet in the vehicle. Whichever charging method is chosen, remember to keep the unit
connected to the charging source whenever the unit is not in use.
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Operating Instructions
S-SCORT 9 - Model 2109
Rev L (10/15)

NOTICE: Component key numbers are indicated within ( )s. Reference pages 4 and 5.
Electrical operaon: Constant charging is required.
CHARGING THE S-SCORT 9 FROM A VEHICLE
Connect the DC power cord to the cigaree lighter receptacle in the vehicle or hard wire the DC power cord
(23) to the hot DC electrical system of the vehicle on a properly fused line in front of the master switch.
Connect the electrical line cord to the S-SCORT® 9 by securely aaching the charging plug (22) into the
receptacle (7). The S-SCORT 9 baery is charged by the vehicle electrical system and the pump is powered by
the vehicle current and the S-SCORT 9 baery running in parallel.
DC CHARGING FROM 115V AC TO 13.8V DC BATTERYCHARGER
If 115V AC charging is required, connect the S-SCORT 9 to a SSCOR AC baery charger (21) SSCOR Part
#80533 (included with unit). AC charging should bring the baery to a dependable working charge in 4 to 6
hours. The charging indicator light (9) on the front panel indicates the S-SCORT 9 is receiving electrical input
from the AC charger or vehicle. It does not reect the condion of the baery. Check the charging Indicator
light to be sure you have a good electrical connecon.
Operaon of Unit
Negave pressure on the Model 2109 is controlled by a two posion regulator (10). When fully depressed
(pushed toward the pump), the negave pressure exceeds -525mmHg. To reduce negave pressure, pull the
regulator straight out to the stop. In this posion, the negave pressure will be -120mmHg (±15%). Aach
the paent connecng tube (14) to the paent port (2) on the canister (3). Use 9/32" I.D. tubing. Turn the
On/O switch (8) to the On posion and occlude the end of the paent connecng tube. Keep it occluded for
10 seconds. Release the occlusion and observe evidence of negave pressure. If the pump is running and no
negave pressure is observed, check to be sure the lid on the disposable canister is ght and vacuum
connecons are secure. Dispose of the canister aer use according to local / regional / naonal requirements
for the disposal of hazardous waste materials.
Reconnect the S-SCORT 9 to the vehicle or to the baery charger (21) as soon as possible following the code
by securely aaching charging plug (22) into the receptacle on the unit (7).
CAUTION - Always turn the pump switch “O” as soon as possible aer the procedure.
Rechargeable baeries will short out if they connue to discharge aer they have reached the point where
they do not have sucient power to drive the pump. Be sure the switch is in the “O” posion unl needed.
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Operating Instructions
S-SCORT 9 - Model 2109
Rev L (10/15)

PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSE CORRECTIVE ACTION
Unit does not funcon
when switch is in the
“ON” posion
 Molex connecons disconnected
 Baery discharged
 Baery damaged
 Charger damaged
 Reconnect Molex connecons
 Recharge baery
 Replace baery
 Check output of charger
Unite does not sucon
when pump is running
 Vacuum line loose
 Canister damaged
 Canister lid is not ght
 Thumb vent on sucon p is not
occluded
 Check connecons
 Replace canister
 Re-secure canister lid
 Occlude thumb vent with thumb
Pump is sluggish  Residual materials have collected
in the pump head
 Baery is unable to retain a
charge
 Loose connecons
 Replace pump
 Replace baery
 Check connecons
System shuts down while
suconing heavy
parculate maer
 Vacuum line clogged at canister
lid
 Float valve has closed
 Remove connector or canister lid and
loosen obstrucon
 Loosen oat valve, empty contents,
or replace canister
Regulator stem is dicult
to pull
 Stem requires lubricaon  Lubricate stem with pneumacs
lubricant
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Troubleshooting
S-SCORT 9 - Model 2109
Rev L (10/15)

SSCOR warrants that each new product is free from defects in material and workmanship under normal use
and service for a period of one year from date of purchase. If returned to SSCOR, we will arrange for repairs
or replacement within the terms of the warranty. The product should be decontaminated and returned
properly packaged and postage prepaid. Loss or damage in transit to the factory shall be at the purchaser’s
risk. Please call 800-434-5211 or internaonal [phone] for return authorizaon or for the locaon of
an authorized repair center. Loss or damage in return shipment from SSCOR shall be at the purchaser’s risk.
The warranty shall not apply to any SSCOR product which has been repaired by anyone other than an
authorized SSCOR representave, or altered in any way so as, in SSCOR’s judgment, to aect its safety or
ecacy, nor which has been subject to misuse, negligence, or accident, nor which has had the serial number
altered, eaced or removed. Neither shall this warranty apply to any SSCOR product which has been connect-
ed otherwise than in accordance with the instrucons furnished by SSCOR.
This warranty is in lieu of all other warranes expressed or implied and of all other obligaons or liabilies on
SSCOR’s part, and SSCOR neither assumes, nor authorizes any representave or other persons to assume for
it, any other liability in connecon with the sale of SSCOR products.
This warranty gives you specic legal rights and you may also have other rights that vary from jurisdicon to
jurisdicon. For countries where minimum warranty terms are determined by statute, the warranty term is
the longer of the statutory period or the term listed above.
Baeries, disposable items including collecon canisters, paent tubing and catheters are excluded from this
warranty.
Prevenve Care: Observe the following maintenance roune to ensure readiness at any me:
1. When the SSCOR aspirator is not in use, keep baeries on connuous charge.
2. Test the SSCOR aspirator at regular intervals; See page 6.
3. Make sure the SSCOR aspirator is always clean and ready for use.
4. If the procedure produced an excessive quanty of uids, check the vacuum line (1) for
evidence of moisture. If the vacuum line between the pump and canister is moist, it is
possible that uids have reached the vacuum pump. See Disinfecon Instrucons (page 10).
5. If the vacuum pump appears defecve, return the unit to the factory for repair. Do not
aempt to repair the vacuum pump.
6. For technical assistance, call [phone] or internaonal [phone].
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Warranty
Maintenance
S-SCORT 9 - Model 2109
Rev L (10/15)

Use personal protecve equipment such as gloves, a smock, and face and eye protecon when handling
units that are suspected to be contaminated.
Part Cleaning and Disinfecng
Collecon Canister Disposable item, re-use not permied. Use new canister for each paent.
Paent Tubing Disposable item, re-use not permied. Use new paent tubing for each
paent.
HI-D® Sck Disposable item, re-use not permied. Use new HI-D Sck for each pa-
ent.
Vacuum Pump Wipe with damp cloth or disinfectant wipe. Sterilizaon not permied.
Vacuum pump should be replaced if contaminated
Chassis Wipe with damp cloth or disinfectant wipe. Sterilizaon not permied.
Cauon: Disconnect the unit from any power source prior to cleaning the unit.
Disinfect the unit using a mild surface disinfectant, such as a 10:1 mixture of water and bleach. The unit is
designed to sucon contaminated uids, which should be removed from the system immediately aer use.
In the unlikely event that uids may have reached the vacuum pump, your engineering department will
have to open the unit to check the condion of the pump. When cleaning the interior of the chassis,
disconnect the baery from the wiring harness. The only foreseeable way uids may reach the vacuum
pump is the lter in the canister has been compromised or bypassed.
For technical assistance, call [phone] or [phone]
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Maintenance
Disinfection
As soon as possible aer use, the single use disposable canister, paent tubing and catheter should be
discarded according to local / regional / naonal requirements for the disposal of hazardous waste
materials. Clean the exterior of the SSCOR sucon unit using a mild detergent and clear water by
dampening a clean lint free cloth. Rinse using clear water and another damp clean lint free cloth to remove
any detergent residue.
NOTE: The hydrophobic lter in the canister helps to ensure that no moisture or
parculate maer reaches the inside of the device. When uids ll the canister,
the posive (mechanical oat) shuto valve closes immediately, shung the
vacuum port o so as to prevent uid from contacng the pump. The lter has
been tested by the manufacturer (Bemis) to screen out aerosolized
microorganisms and parculate maer at a bacterial eciency rang of 99.99%
DOP. The canister also has sidewall gradaon marks starng at 100 ml/cc and
at every 50 ml/cc up to 1200 ml/cc indicang the ll level of the canister.
In the unlikely event that uids may have reached the vacuum pump, read the disinfecon secon. Your
engineering department will have to open the unit to check the condion of the pump.
Do not reuse any single use disposable parts; do not submerge the device into any liquid, this will void the
warranty and cause the device to malfuncon.
S-SCORT 9 - Model 2109
Rev L (10/15)

CHARACTERISTICS SPECIFICATIONS
Size 14"L x 9.5"H x 7"W
Weight 8 pounds
Vacuum Pump 12V DC., 3.0 A
Clinical Airow ≥ 30LPM
Exceeds 525mmHg
Regulator Controls negave pressure
Power Source:
Baery (DC Power)
DC Charging from Vehicle
Rechargeable Sealed Lead Acid. SSCOR part # 80638. Please read
pages 6 and 7 for baery care suggesons. At full capacity a fully
charged baery will power the sucon device for 30-45 minutes.
Vehicle electrical system powers the pump and charges the baery
unl disconnected and then the unit switches automacally to its self
contained baery.
AC Charger U.L. Listed AC/DC Dual Mode Baery Charger
Switch On/O Rocker
Collecon Canister 1200cc/ml SSCOR part #48041
Paent tubing Vinyl tubing 9/32”ID x 72”L SSCOR part #43200
Sucon Tip HI-D® “Big Sck®” Large Bore Sucon Tip with thumb control.
SSCOR part #44241C
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General Specifications
S-SCORT 9 - Model 2109
Rev L (10/15)

1. Remove the three screws noted below from the boom plate. Do not remove any other screws.
2. Pull the baery plate away from the device and disconnect the baery Molex. Release the baery from
the baery holder by removing the Velcro strap. Install the new baery in the baery holder,
reconnect the Molex connecon, and secure the baery using the Velcro strap. Turn the device on and
verify negave pressure from the vacuum tubing. Re-aach the baery plate to the base plate.
Dispose of the old baery according to local / regional / naonal requirements for the disposal of sealed lead
acid baeries.
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Replacing The Battery
S-SCORT 9 - Model 2109
Rev L (10/15)